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ASI finds 400 Chola-era artefacts in Vadakkupattu excavation site
Vadakkupattu is the only place in Tamil Nadu where evidence of tools from the Mesolithic period has been found, say archaeologists
Tourists suffer as entry fee centers remain closed in Mahabalipuram
The archaeological department had advised tourists, who visited the ancient monuments, to register their tickets through online transactions.
Felling of trees posing a threat to Pachaimalai hills
V Santhanam, an activist based in Chromepet, urged the government to convert the hill into a tourist destination as evidence of megalithic settlements...
20 antique idols seized from French national in Auroville
During the search, the Idol wing seized the following 20 artefacts which includes 13 stone idols, 4 metal idols, 1 wooden artefact, 1 painting and 1...
Free entry to all ASI-protected monuments from Aug 5 to 15
This is being done as part of the Azad Ka Amrit Mahotsav celebrations to mark 75 years of India's Independence.
14 ancient idols seized, Thanjai art gallery owner held
On information, the idol wing, received a tip off that one Ganapathy, who owns an Art Village - an art gallery in Shivaji Nagar, Thanjavur, has been...
Free entry for tourists at Taj Mahal on 'Bakrid' for 3 hrs
The entry will be free from 7 am to 10 am for offering namaz at the mosque premises of the historic monument.
Qutub Minar’s status cannot be altered: ASI
The ASI also said it would be contrary to law to agree to the contention of any person claiming a fundamental right to worship in this “centrally...